Stevens Connects

Stevens Connects to Hoboken

With a shared history of over 145 years, the past, present and future of Stevens Institute of Technology and the City of Hoboken are inextricably linked.

After the American Revolution, Col. John Stevens purchased the land now known as Hoboken, and from that time, the Stevens family and later, the university, have had a mutually beneficial and symbiotic relationship with the City of Hoboken.

From research collaborations on energy, sustainability, and urban infrastructure resilience, to scholarships and programs that directly benefit Hoboken's K-12 students and their teachers, to diverse and numerous volunteer efforts by students, to the active engagement and economic impact of more than 175 faculty and staff, 600 Stevens alumni and nearly 2,000 students residing in Hoboken, the Stevens community is a vital member of the City.

Together with our neighbors we share a vision for a vibrant and thriving Hoboken.

Edwin’s spouse, Martha Bayard Dod Stevens made many contributions to Hoboken. Among them, she funded the construction of the Hoboken Free Public Library in 1896, founded the St. Martha’s Ward in St. Mary’s Hospital, and built and endowed the Episcopal Church of the Holy Innocents.

Today, the City of Hoboken and community members benefit from use of Stevens properties, from travel along Frank Sinatra Drive, to recreation at the waterfront Skate Park, to walks on the campus.

Stevens is the 4th largest employer in the City of Hoboken, with active collaborations across many diverse fields in areas of research, education, technology ventures, volunteerism, directly contributing to a better Hoboken.

STEM-a-thon

On June 2, 2015, STEM-a-thon engaged 6th grade students from Hoboken in fun STEM activities that inspired them to collaborate, create and innovate. The program is a partnership between Stevens and the Hoboken Family Alliance in collaboration with Hoboken schools. Learn more.

Youth Camps, Clinics, and Summer Opportunities

Stevens hosts a number of programs and opportunities for youth learning, skill-building, and development during the summer months. Please check back here for the latest information on Summer 2015 offerings.

Athletics

Boys and Girls Basketball CampHosted by Stevens Men’s Basketball Coaches Bobby Hurley and Waleed FaridJune 22 – June 26 and June 29 – July 3, 2015Open to boys and girls ages 8-14View the brochure for more information and to register.

WaterBotics Engineering Design Academy for Hoboken Youth

WaterBotics® is an innovative, underwater robotics program that challenges students to design, build, program, test, and redesign underwater robots made of LEGO® and other components. WaterBotics has it all: science, technology, engineering, and FUN! The 2015 WaterBotics® Engineering Design Academy, sponsored by Wiley, is open to all Hoboken Girls and Boys who will enter 8th or 9th grades in September 2015. Students will engineer a robot that can progress through a series of increasingly complex missions that simulate real-world applications of underwater robots. In the process, they will learn about key science topics essential to their robot’s operation, such as gears, buoyancy, stability and propulsion. Students are also introduced to the engineering design process and learn to use graphics-based programming to control their robots’ movements. Whether you are new to robotics or an experienced user, WaterBotics has something for everyone. No prior experience is necessary!August 3 - 7, 20159:00 am - 3:00 pm dailyOpen to Hoboken girls and boys who will enter 8th or 9th grades in September 2015Fee: $50 (includes lunch each day in the Stevens cafeteria)Download the Registration form.For more information, visit the WaterBotics® website, see the flyer, or contact WaterBotics®.

Stevens Summer

The Stevens Summer is a pre-college experience that challenges, and promotes discovery and exploration. Each summer, talented high school students from the United States and all over the world come to Stevens for a true residential college experience. Get a taste of campus life, experience hands-on projects, visit successful companies, take a bite out of the Big Apple, and make your college application stand out!

In Summer 2015, programs are being offered in Engineering & Science, Business; and Technology, Society & the Arts.